Description
Grilled Corn Salad with Cotija is a bright and zesty dish that brings the flavors of Mexican street corn to your table without any mayonnaise. This refreshing salad combines sweet grilled corn, tangy chili-lime seasoning, and creamy cotija cheese for a delightful taste experience. Perfect for BBQs, picnics, or as a side at family dinners, this salad is quick to prepare and bursting with vibrant flavors. Enjoy it as a standalone dish or pair it with grilled meats and tacos for a delicious summer meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large ears of corn
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon Tajin or chili lime seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- Lime wedges (optional for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and husk the corn.
- Grill the corn for 10-12 minutes, turning frequently until charred. Remove and let cool.
- Cut the kernels off the cooled corn into a salad bowl.
- Add scallions, cotija cheese, and olive oil to the bowl; toss gently.
- Stir in Tajin, cilantro, and adjust salt to taste. Serve with additional seasoning and lime wedges if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg